Kapasia - Akorhi Gola, Rohtas
Kapasia is a village situated in the Akorhi Gola subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akorhi Gola and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Balegawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapasia is 252479. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 802219 pincode. Dehri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kapasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kapasia
According to the 2011 Census, Kapasia village had a total population of 1,681 people, including 844 males and 837 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.19%, with male literacy at 80.06% and female literacy at 60.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 449, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,681 | 844 | 837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 127 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 234 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,008 | 574 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 270 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Kapasia
Kapasia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kapasia
Kapasia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehri to Kapasia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Kapasia is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kapasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapasia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kapasia
Where is Kapasia located?
Kapasia village is located in Akorhi Gola Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kapasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapasia is Balegawan.
What is the pincode of Kapasia?
The pincode of Kapasia is 802219.
What is the population of Kapasia?
Kapasia had a total population of 1,681, including 844 males and 837 females.
How many households are there in Kapasia?
Kapasia had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapasia was 70.19%. Male literacy was 80.06% and female literacy was 60.36%.